Nimbus Cloak Overview
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Nimbus Cloak Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Nimbus Cloak Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 51.78% win rate in 15 minute games, while performing lowest at 46.38% in 50+ minute games. Understanding Nimbus Cloak Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
Nimbus Cloak is most commonly used by Mage (29%), Tank (24%) and Fighter (18%) champions.
These runes are most commonly used alongside Nimbus Cloak in League of Legends. Celerity appears in 60.0% of builds with a 65.79% win rate, Electrocute appears in 30.0% of builds with a 64.12% win rate, Grisly Mementos appears in 30.0% of builds with a 64.12% win rate when paired with Nimbus Cloak.
When to Pick Nimbus Cloak
Strengths
- Situationally powerful when used on the right champions
- Excellent synergy with Smolder (81.25% WR)
- Strong synergy with Celerity (60.0% pairing rate)
- Scales well into late game teamfights
Weaknesses
- Below average win rate suggests situational use is best
- Weaker early game requires safe laning phase
- Less effective on Marksman champions
- Other Sorcery runes may outperform in specific matchups
Strategic Tips
Pick Nimbus Cloak on champions like Smolder that can fully utilize its effects. Avoid picking it on champions where other Sorcery runes provide more value.
Pair Nimbus Cloak with Celerity and Electrocute for the highest win rate combinations.
Nimbus Cloak scales into the late game. Focus on farming safely and reaching your power spikes before committing to fights.
These runes are part of the same Sorcery rune tree as Nimbus Cloak. Summon Aery, Arcane Comet, Phase Rush, and 8 more runes can be combined with Nimbus Cloak in your rune page.
Nimbus Cloak - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nimbus Cloak and what does it do in League of Legends?
Nimbus Cloak is a rune in the Sorcery rune tree. It currently has a 49.78% win rate and 3.57% pick rate across 10 champions in ranked play.
Is Nimbus Cloak good in the current meta?
Nimbus Cloak has a 49.78% win rate in the current patch, making it situationally useful. The most popular champions using Nimbus Cloak are Neeko, Akali, Smolder.
What champion class benefits most from Nimbus Cloak?
Mage champions benefit most from Nimbus Cloak, making up 29% of its usage. Tank (24%) and Fighter (18%) also commonly use this rune.
What runes pair well with Nimbus Cloak?
The best runes to pair with Nimbus Cloak are Celerity, Electrocute, Grisly Mementos. Celerity appears in 60.0% of builds featuring Nimbus Cloak with a 65.79% combined win rate.
Which champion has the highest win rate with Nimbus Cloak?
Singed currently has the highest win rate with Nimbus Cloak at 51.66%, with a 1.91% pick rate in ranked games.